Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
A kidney from your best friend: When I saw him lying there, I thought, wow, you really did this for me
Teun has donated one of his kidneys to his best friend, Joey, after learning of his critical health condition. Following the successful transplant, the two friends report feeling as close as family.
Baby boomer inheritance widens wealth gap: 'Inheritance tax comes too late'
The wealth gap in the Netherlands is widening due to increasingly large inheritances being passed down from the baby boomer generation. While a majority of the public supports higher taxes on large in...
Student expelled for distributing tests, but judge intervenes
A judge in Amsterdam has ruled that a high school acted too harshly by expelling a student for stealing and distributing photos of upcoming exams. While the court acknowledged the seriousness of the s...
Why women on the right are breaking through
Recent observations from a NATO summit highlight that the few female leaders currently representing EU nations are predominantly from right-wing political parties. Analysts suggest that women succeedi...
The rocket ice lolly from this budget favorite beats the big name brand: ‘Nice packaging, great ice cream, delicious fruit flavor’
Three ice cream experts tested seven brands of the classic 'raketje' water ice pop, which is the best-selling water ice product in the Netherlands. With 65 to 75 million consumed annually, the experts...
Meta pulls controversial AI feature after days of criticism
Meta has withdrawn a new AI feature on Instagram after only a few days following widespread criticism regarding potential privacy violations. The tool allowed users to generate images based on the pho...
Rock 'n Roll Junkie Herman Brood died 25 years ago: AT5 looks back
This article commemorates the 25th anniversary of the death of Dutch musician and artist Herman Brood, who passed away on July 11, 2001. It reflects on his significant influence on the Dutch cultural ...
More reports of stolen packages: Thieves just walk right into the hallway
Police reports indicate a 15% increase in package theft across Amsterdam over the first four months of the year, with a notable spike in the Oost district. Authorities and legal experts clarify that s...
Abundance of blue-green algae this summer: NH follows sample from lake to lab
High temperatures have led to an increase in blue-green algae in various open water locations across the Netherlands, prompting regular safety testing. Water samples from areas like the Westeinderplas...
Major fire in barn along A4 near Weteringbrug
A large fire broke out in a shed near the A4 and A44 highways at Weteringbrug, subsequently spreading to a neighboring furniture workshop. Emergency services are on-site to control the blaze, and resi...
Many Western companies have left, but new Spar stores are still opening in Moscow: ‘Difficult situation’
Despite EU sanctions against Russia, Spar supermarkets continue to operate and even open new locations within the country. The Dutch-based retail chain claims it is unable to terminate existing contra...
Flames erupt during house fire in Holendrecht
A large residential fire broke out at an apartment complex on Ophemerthof in Amsterdam-Zuidoost around 10:00 p.m. Firefighters are currently working to extinguish the blaze, and all residents have bee...
Boat fire in Badhoevedorp, one injured taken to hospital
A passenger boat sank in Badhoevedorp this evening after catching fire near the Akerdijk. One person was injured in the incident, and while a witness suggested a barbecue was the cause, authorities ha...
Cabinet goes on recess, but these ministers have homework this summer
The Dutch cabinet has entered its summer recess period. While some ministers can enjoy time off, others face significant challenges and ongoing work that must be addressed during the break.
Ajax cruise past Larnaca in friendly but miss chances for a bigger win
Ajax defeated AEK Larnaca 1-0 in a pre-season friendly match held at VV Hulshorst. Although the Amsterdam-based club secured the victory, they struggled to convert multiple scoring opportunities into ...
Water returns to the Museumplein pond after five years
The pond at the Museumplein in Amsterdam has reopened after five years of closure due to leakage problems and extensive reconstruction. Visitors and tourists are welcoming the return of the water, whi...
De Jonge still stands by firm remarks on the unvaccinated: 'A minister cannot be neutral'
Former health minister Hugo de Jonge defended his controversial statements regarding unvaccinated individuals during his first parliamentary hearing on the COVID-19 pandemic. Although he acknowledged ...
More Haarlem residents in addiction care than ten years ago
The number of Haarlem residents seeking medical treatment for addiction has increased compared to ten years ago. Despite this rise, current figures from the National Alcohol and Drugs Information Syst...
Supermarket chain Lidl hacked: customer phone numbers and email addresses stolen
Supermarket chain Lidl has confirmed that hackers gained access to customer data, including phone numbers and email addresses. The company has notified the Dutch Data Protection Authority, although th...
How Jetten managed to quickly get rid of Erdogan's revolver
As the Dutch parliament enters its recess, the ministerial cabinet is preparing for its summer break. This period serves as an opportunity to reflect on the events and political developments of the pa...
Housing shortage requires not just more homes but also better choices
While new housing construction in the Netherlands has reached its highest level since 2015, sales of these properties have declined by approximately 7 percent. Real estate experts argue that the natio...
Tensions in cabinet over taxes? Jetten says no, but irritation persists
There is speculation regarding potential disagreements within the Dutch cabinet over proposed tax increases on wealth. While Minister Rob Jetten denies any internal divide, conflicting statements from...
Kris Kross on Yuki's abrupt departure: 'There were conflicts for a while'
The remaining members of the DJ collective Kris Kross Amsterdam have addressed the sudden departure of Yuki Kempees in March. Brothers Jordy and Sander Huisman stated that there had been underlying co...
Michiel de Ruijter Tunnel closed again following camera system failure
The Michiel de Ruijtertunnel in Amsterdam has been closed to traffic due to a failure in its camera system, which compromises safety. Authorities are working to resolve the issue, but it remains uncle...
Thousands of beachgoers took the free beach bus to Zandvoort
About three thousand people used a free pilot shuttle bus service between Hoofddorp and the beach in Zandvoort during the first two weekends of June. The province of North Holland is testing the servi...
New advisory board must ensure higher national labor productivity
The Dutch government has established an independent advisory board tasked with increasing national labor productivity. This initiative aims to address economic efficiency across the country.
Woman stabbed in arm by unknown man on Prinsengracht
A woman was stabbed in the arm by an unknown man while waiting for a taxi on the Prinsengracht in Amsterdam early Thursday morning. Police have since arrested a 40-year-old suspect and are actively se...
Timmermans becomes Minister of State, Remkes and De Graaf also receive title
Former GroenLinks-PvdA leader Frans Timmermans, along with Johan Remkes and Thom de Graaf, have been appointed as Ministers of State. This honorary title is awarded to these prominent politicians in t...
Celebrate Pride Haarlem
Pride Haarlem will be held from July 11 to 19, focusing on diversity, equality, and the freedom to be oneself within the LGBTQIA+ community. The week features various activities throughout the city, i...
Cabinet wants 500-meter distance between houses and goat farms
The Dutch government has proposed a 500-meter buffer zone between new residential developments and goat farms to mitigate potential health risks. This decision follows a recommendation from the Health...